Orchid Project Peru - Orchid Project

Population

32,749,161

2018 population growth rate

1.2%

Estimated prevalence among girls and women aged 15-49

Unknown. There is no national data collected on female genital cutting (FGC) in Peru.

Type practised

The practice is reported to occur amongst the Conibos tribe in Peru. The type is unknown.

Age

FGC is reported to take place at puberty.

Agent

Traditional practitioner.

Legal status

Legal.

Human Development Index ranking

89 in 2018 index, based on 2017 data.

Infant mortality rate

11.9 deaths per 1,000 live births (2016).

Maternal mortality rate

68 deaths per 100,000 live births (2015).

Source: Human Development Index

By region

FGC in Peru is thought to be contained to the north east region, where the Conibos tribe population is largely concentrated.

Resources and Media

REPORT

Harmful Traditional Practices Affecting the Health of Women and Children Factsheet, OHCHR

Peru, South America

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4.3 million girls around the world are currently at risk of being cut every year.

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